How to Properly Activate the Core | Chesterfield Chiropractor

In this video, we go over how to activate the core as it pertains to Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS). To properly activate the core, we need to create what is called "intra abdominal pressure" or IAP for short. IAP is created by using the diaphragm. To learn how to breathe with the diaphragm, click below:    • How to Breathe with the Diaphragm | Cheste...   One misconception is that the core equates to the abs. This is only partly true. The core is actually a 3-dimensional container with the front wall being made up of the rectus abdominis, which is what most people think of when they picture the abs. The other walls of the abdomen are just as important and include the obliques, diaphragm, pelvic floor, and lower back musculature. A well functioning core will be able to contract each wall TOGETHER to build good stiffness in the mid section. Some tips: 1: create expansion below the belly button 2. keep the ribs and pelvis centered (the patient in this video needs some work here) 3. take shallow or abbreviated breathes when keeping expansion. This is only temporary and should last the length of an exercise 4. create some abdominal stiffness and breathe into it (like breathing into a corset). We also like the que of wearing a size 32" belt and making it 34". This helps the patient envision 360 degrees of expansion. 5. most of our movements should feel like it stems from the core. Its main job is to transfer energy to our limbs. 6. create as much IAP as needed for the activity. For instance, maxing out on a deadlift should require 100% IAP. On the other hand, stepping down off of a curb should require much less. *This should absolutely be factored into all movement, not just exercise. As stated in the video, we feel that the problem isn't always a weak core but rather a core timing issue. In other words, some people have a hard time stabilizing when they need to. This ultimately leads to lower back injuries with simple tasks like bending over or lifting a toilet seat. - - - Thank you for tuning in to our channel! Elite Chiropractic and Performance is a chiropractic and rehab clinic located in Chesterfield, MO. As your Chesterfield Chiropractor, We aim to provide valuable content to improve the way we move and function in life. This channel serves as a direct resource for our patients to review the concepts that we cover during their visits. Please share with friends and family and subscribe to our page! Visit our website for more content and info! https://elitechiroperformance.com Follow us on Social Media! Instagram: https://instagram.com/elitechiroperfo... Facebook:   / elitechiroperformance   Twitter:   / elitechirostl   LinkedIn:   / chris-collier-d-c-59224091